Manufacturing Engineering Manager - Lead Lean Excellence

Antenna Research Associates, Inc.; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 150,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Antenna Research Associates, Inc. seeks a Manufacturing Engineer Manager to lead the manufacturing engineering function across programs and production areas.

You will guide a team of engineers and technicians, driving strategic direction and hands-on technical leadership for process development and optimization. The role emphasizes lean principles, continuous improvement, and achieving business outcomes such as improved yield, throughput, OTD, and cost reductions while collaborating with Design,

Qualifications

• BS in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial, or related Engineering required.
• MS in Engineering, MBA, or leadership certification preferred.
• 8+ years of manufacturing engineering experience, including leadership.
• Experience in high-mix, low-to-medium volume environments.
• Familiarity with ISO and industry standards is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of manufacturing engineers and support staff.
• Provide strategic direction for manufacturing process development, automation, and improvements.
• Drive NPI, DFM, and production readiness across programs and production areas.
• Oversee development, validation, and continuous improvement of processes, tooling, and documentation.
• Improve yield, throughput, cycle time, and OTD through data-driven engineering.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve complex production challenges and implement CAPAs.

Skills

Manufacturing leadership

Data-driven

Process optimization

Lean Six Sigma

Cross-functional

Education

BS in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial, or related Engineering field

MS in Engineering, MBA, or leadership certification preferred

Job description

Antenna Research Associates, Inc. seeks a Manufacturing Engineer Manager to lead the manufacturing engineering function across programs and production areas.

You will guide a team of engineers and technicians, driving strategic direction and hands-on technical leadership for process development and optimization. The role emphasizes lean principles, continuous improvement, and achieving business outcomes such as improved yield, throughput, OTD, and cost reductions while collaborating with Design,